2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Arnage | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |